Happy Easter
by lsmith | Apr 9, 2023 | Quilting Tips
Happy Easter!
San Marco
by lsmith | Apr 6, 2023 | Quilting Tips, Tips and Tricks
During the last two weeks, I worked on San Marco and posted pictures in Instagram and Facebook with some helpful hints. Not everyone likes social media, so I decided to add a little of it here. San Marco is a foundation pieced throw, which finished at 53″...
On-Point Borders
by lsmith | Feb 24, 2023 | Quilting Tips, Tips and Tricks
On-point borders, like the one in Iris Blossom, can be intimidating if you have never done one. So we decided to make a video of the process for you! There are a few important points to know when making an on-point border. The side setting triangles should always be...
The Order of Things
by lsmith | Dec 28, 2022 | Quilting Tips
Quilters have lots of ways to branch out from straight piecing. Some like to add a little bling or other dimensions to their projects, like applique, special dimensional fabric embellishments, embroidery, or other bling. Bling can include buttons, beads, ribbons,...
Take It Easy on the Curves
by lsmith | Dec 27, 2022 | Quilting Tips
Curves can be daunting, but they can be mastered with practice and following a few tips. Once you master them, you open a whole new world of quilting possibilities. When learning to make curves, start with large gentle curves and work your way to smaller ones. The...